Position A sunny spot where fennel's tall branches will not cause unwanted shade. Cucumber, squash, melons, pumpkin and other low, vining plants. Companions Cosmos. Frost tolerant A short-lived hardy perennial, fennel will survive winter temperatures...
Incorporate stems in flower arrangements scent the air with lemon. Use this 3-foot (90 cm) tall herb as a movable accent in your summer herb garden. Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil High quality organic potting soil.
They are perhaps best reserved for use within a closed environment such as a greenhouse, but be aware that results may disappoint and potentially could do more harm than good. Once these are devoured, the whitefly turns black and just over a week later,...
In midsummer, gather perfect small branches and dry them in small bunches. Use an attractively potted bay plant as a movable accent in your summer herb garden. Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Fertile, well drained soil, or high quality organic...
Mixes well with upright flowers, and makes an attractive backdrop for herbs. Thin to 4 inches (10 cm) apart in all directions. Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
Apples and pears that are grown close to alfalfa, a host plant for tarnished plant bugs, may be damaged in early spring, when they are in bloom. Tarnished plant bugs can become a problem when they move into the garden from nearby fields.
A small wire bin collects the mess, and gives me a place to put the remains of seed-bearing herbs and flowers that reseed with a little help. The legumes germinate best while the soil is still warm, so they are usually planted in September.
Position Full sun to partial afternoon shade. Often planted with mound-forming herbs. Companions Beet, Lettuce, Potatoes, Carrot, Tomato and Cabbage. Frost tolerant Many varieties are cold hardy to -10F (- 33C) when well rooted in the garden.
Notes On warm days, fenugreek often emits a fragrance similar to that of maple syrup. Position Full sun to partial afternoon shade. Feeding When using fenugreek to improve very poor soil, mixing a balanced organic fertilizer into the soil before planting...
Troubleshooting Net to prevent bird damage. Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Well-drained soil with plenty of well-rotted organic matter. Position Full sun to partial shade.
Companions Cabbage, Lettuce, Spinach, Calendula, Cilantro, Feverfew and Mint. Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
Position Full sun to partial afternoon shade. Often planted with mound-forming herbs. Companions Beet, Lettuce, Potatoes, Thyme and Chives. Frost tolerant Many varieties are cold hardy to -10F (- 33C) when well rooted in the garden.
Companions Basil, Garlic, Cilantro, Mint, Sage, Dill, Onion, Onions and Sunflower. Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
Troubleshooting For top productivity, replace plants every few years. Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Any sunny site with good drainage. Position Full sun. Established plants can be dug and moved anytime as long as soil is kept packed around...
Companions Tansy. Mulch after planting, and encircle the trunk with a wire cage or protective pipe to protect the young tree from animal and insect pests. Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your...
Preventive sprays with organic fungicides are often needed to grow good quality peaches. Control by allowing hens to feed around trees, or shake branches to dislodge the insects onto a sheet then plunge into very hot water.
Preventive sprays with organic fungicides are often needed to grow good quality peaches. Control by allowing hens to feed around trees, or shake branches to dislodge the insects onto a sheet then plunge into very hot water.
Companions Catnip and Lavender. Harvesting Gather stems to use in cut arrangements. Start seeds indoors in individual containers or set out purchased plants. Frost tolerant None. Planting and Harvesting Calendar < Back to All Plants Pests which Affect...
Troubleshooting Bluebells have few problems with pests and diseases. Crop Rotation Group Miscellaneous ● Soil Moist woodland soil well enriched with organic matter. Position Dappled shade, such as an opening in the woods.
Corridors within the orchard that are planted with clovers and other legumes contribute to soil fertility and attract pollinators. Healthy hazel trees will bear twenty years or more.
Can restrict growth in other plants nearby, because many plants (including tomatoes) are sensitive to juglone, a substance present in walnut roots, leaves and wood. Mulch after planting, and encircle the trunk with a wire cage or protective pipe to protect...
Preventive sprays with organic fungicides are often needed to grow good quality nectarines. Control by allowing hens to feed around trees, or shake branches to dislodge the insects onto a sheet then plunge into very hot water.
